The student nurse is preparing to perform a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) on an adult patient.Which action by the student should the nursing instructor question?
A) Cleansing and preparing the isolated electrode area with soap and water
B) Wiping the area with a rough cloth or gauze to gently scrape the area
C) Clipping the excessive hair from the electrode area
D) Using alcohol to cleanse the electrode area
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